Starting recovery is one of the biggest decisions a person will make. Beginning treatment can be a life-saving step in a person’s recovery journey. However, another important decision to make is the type of treatment program. There are several benefits to each type of treatment program, but the choice needs to be made based on the client’s need for treatment. Knowing the differences and which type of program is right for your situation is crucial before beginning treatment.
If you need guidance regarding the right type of treatment program for your needs, you can reach out to Genesis Recovery and Wellness (GROW). We offer many different types of treatment programs in our continuum of care. A partial hospitalization program or PHP is one type of addiction treatment program that allows patients to live at home and receive the support of their friends and family. If you or someone you care about needs extensive support and treatment but needs to live at home, partial hospitalization may be the right fit. Each person’s journey through addiction recovery will be unique, and our team is ready to work with you to give you the best chance of success.
What Is a Partial Hospitalization Program?
A partial hospitalization program is the most comprehensive out of all outpatient programs. In a continuum of care, it is often used as a step down from an inpatient program or as a step up from an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Most partial hospitalization programs will offer treatments and therapies similar in scope and intensity to those offered in an inpatient program. However, the partial hospitalization program will not require around-the-clock supervision of the client.
Often, a PHP serves as a middle ground between an intensive outpatient program and inpatient program. The main difference between PHP and IOP will be the time the person spends in treatment. Most partial hospitalization programs require the client to spend four to six hours daily in therapies and other activities, five to six times a week. This is significantly more time per week than in an intensive outpatient program, which usually only requires three to four hours a day.
Benefits of Choosing a PHP
People are often reluctant to begin treatment because they are concerned about leaving their homes and families and checking into inpatient treatment. They may also have work or school obligations that must be fulfilled. Those responsible for the care of vulnerable family members, such as children or the elderly, may also need the flexibility of a partial hospitalization program. Some of the therapies and treatments offered in a PHP may include:
- Addiction therapy services
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Contingency management
- Life skills training
- Dual diagnosis treatment
Is PHP Right for Me?
If a person can remain sober outside the addiction treatment facility but needs support to address the root causes of their substance use disorder, then PHP may be a good choice. This treatment program is well-suited to clients who require increased accountability and therapy time compared to an intensive outpatient program.
Some clients also enter a partial hospitalization program if they are currently undergoing an intensive outpatient program and feel at risk of relapse. Clients may also move from PHP to IOP if they respond well to treatment. Partial hospitalization programs are not a permanent solution but are often a stepping stone toward managing addiction and long-term recovery.
Begin Your Treatment at Genesis Recovery and Wellness Today
If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol, help is always available at Genesis Recovery and Wellness. Our treatment center in Fairlawn, Ohio, offers addiction treatment programs and accepts Medicaid. We offer a range of outpatient treatment options based on each client’s needs. Some of the other evidence-based treatments we offer include:
- Person-centered Therapy
- PTSD Treatment program
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma Therapy
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
If you are ready to get started on the road to recovery, contact us today at 216.331.2998. We’re ready to meet you where you are so you can begin healing and growing.